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UTAH VALLEY PEDIATRICS Experts in Kids Vineyard Every child’s health journey is unique, and at our pediatric office in Vineyard, we are here to ensure yours is met with unmatched clinical expertise and genuine warmth. We view pediatric medicine as a team effort, working hand-in-hand with parents to create a strong, healthy foundation for their … Continue reading “Vineyard”

UTAH VALLEY PEDIATRICS Experts in Kids Provo Welcome to our pediatric clinic in Provo, UT. We believe that exceptional pediatric care starts with a true partnership. Our team of board-certified pediatricians and providers is dedicated to delivering personalized, compassionate care designed to help your child thrive at every stage of development. From your very first … Continue reading “Provo”

UTAH VALLEY PEDIATRICS Experts in Kids Eagle Mountain City Center Welcome to our pediatric clinic in Eagle Mountain, UT. We’re located in the city center area, where our team provides high-quality, personal care in the heart of one of Utah’s fastest-growing communities. Our providers are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where children feel safe … Continue reading “Eagle Mountain City Center”

Article at a Glance: High-altitude living in Utah offers breathtaking views and endless outdoor adventures, but it also comes with a hidden challenge: significantly higher UV intensity. At Utah Valley Pediatrics, we want to ensure that your family enjoys the greatest snow on earth and our beautiful summer trails without the pain of a high-altitude … Continue reading “Utah High Altitude Sun Protection for Babies and Kids”

UTAH VALLEY PEDIATRICS Experts in Kids American Fork Welcome to our pediatric clinic in American Fork, UT, where we provide expert, compassionate pediatric care tailored to your child’s needs. Our dedicated team of board-certified pediatricians and providers is committed to partnering with your family to ensure your children grow up healthy and happy. From newborn … Continue reading “American Fork”

When asked if he ever sees kids using screens to avoid stress or emotions, Dr. Matt Allen has an emphatic answer.

In exam rooms across the country, pediatricians are seeing a troubling trend: a rising tide of anxiety in children and teens. While the COVID-19 pandemic amplified mental health challenges for youth, many experts say the spike began long before lockdowns and masks—around the time smartphones became a fixture in daily life.

It’s time that parents wake up to the fact that sleep deprivation among youth is largely triggered by increased dependence on smartphones and social media.

Picture a group of teenagers gathered in a living room—yet each sits silently, eyes locked on a screen, thumbs scrolling in unison. They’re together, but not truly with each other.

According to a Pew Research Center report, up to 95 percent of teens aged 13–17 confirm using a social media platform. Fully 35 percent of teens say they are using at least one of them “almost constantly.” In today’s digital world